1976 Audi 100 vs. 1997 Morgan 4
To start off, 1997 Morgan 4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1976 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1997 Morgan 4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Audi 100 | 1997 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Audi | Morgan |
Model | 100 | 4 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |